I started out with this graphic…Joyeuse Saint-Valentin…Happy Valentines Day in French…printed backwards for application by iron-on transfer…

…and applied it according to the directions on a 16 X 16 pillow that I made from cream twill bought with a 40% off coupon at Jo-Ann. Next, I stuffed it with a down pillow form from Goodwill for under $3.00. Then I found three frenchy fabrics in my stash (love the toile!) and cut four heart shapes, stacked them up and hot-glued them in a few places to the pillow. Finally I added a little twine bow…and that’s it!

And voilà! Gotta love the little French couple enjoying the dance! I didn’t want the hearts to be too perfect, so they are a little mismatched in size. The script is in a font called My Old Remington and I love the messy, imperfect look of an old-fashioned typewriter! What do you think…Valentine-y without overdoing it? Antique-y red and not too bright? Plus it has ticking and toile! I think am going to enjoy this one!

Ok, fess up. Its not you who is coming up with all of these great ideas, its your staff. Just like Martha Stewart you take all the glory and credit. haha

I love it, my friend. And to think you managed to do this project, post on your blog and take care of your daughter and sweet grandsons.....you are truly amazing. Thank you for sharing your many talents with us. Hugs my friend, Barb

Very VERY cute, Debbie! You could also use Steam A Seam II to adhere the hearts to the pillow fabric. It would be more permanent than hot glue for you. You just hand stick it to the back of your fabric, cut out your shape then peel off the paper backing that protects the adhesive layer & iron according to directions. Some say "steam" some don't. You've inspired me to try making one, as I have some lovely red toille fabric just calling my name!Thanks!Rett

I'm your newest follower. Love you wit, enjoyed reading about your "staff" and how your plate addiction started. I have plates too.... but cover your eyes; I smash mine for mosaics. Different than you, but the beauty is still appreciated. At one point I had 400 plates but now I just have a managable amount, like 250. My staff gave up a cabinet in his garage to house them all!

How perfect! I love that you used a cut of toile for your graphic. I had guessed that it was a graphics printable, but toile! I have some lying around - I'm going to have to check it for a cute scene. I'd love it if you'd share this at my Show & Tell linkup party and giveaway going on now @ the Delectable Home.

I came by yesterday and couldn't comment- darn Blogger! I love your sweet little pillow for Cupid's Day, Debbie. Even a non-crafter like myself could do this. Now, if I could only get to the fabric store. I DID clip a Joann's coupon from Sunday's paper. hmmmm.... Thanks for your nice comments. ♥ Sue

Super super cute Debbie! I love it! Also wanted to let ya know my youngest wants to buy your cats!;) He saw them and asked how much cause he LOVES cats! I told him they weren't for sale that he had to be happy with just our two.

This is so adorable! The color combination is just too perfect... love it! I like the Old Remington font you used, it gives that age old effect! Beautiful post! Thanks for the inspiration. I'm following you now through Linky Follower and would love to have you follow me back. Have a great weekend!Hugs~Poppy

So glad that you like it, Danielle! I printed the graphic in the post at 8 x 10 size using Photoscape, a free download. I like it because I can control the size of the graphics I print out. I hope that helps!

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